As discussed in our cover story, Wiseau has always told people he's from New Orleans. On Kimmel, however, the mysterious movie-maker and jeans salesman finally admitted that he's from Europe.

"I'm originally from Europe," Wiseau said. "I'm, right now, American like everybody else. Long story short, I used to grow up in New Orleans, LA. People ask me, where you come from, right? So what do you want to do, which country do you pick? Well, I pick New Orleans."

It was a strangely transparent moment from Wiseau, who is notoriously guarded about his origin story. "Wait, wait — this is big news!" Franco exclaimed. "He has never said this before."

Watch the interview below.

The Disaster Artist opens in Toronto on December 1 and across Canada on December 8.